Technology Business Partner - London, United Kingdom - Grosvenor Group

Grosvenor Group
Grosvenor Group
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London, United Kingdom

1 month ago

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We think this is a special place to work.

So, before we get into the detail of this job opportunity, here's a few words about who we are and what's important to us.


  • Grosvenor


is an international organisation whose activities span urban property, food & agtech, rural estate management and support for philanthropic initiatives.

We're united by a common goal to deliver lasting commercial, social and environmental benefit.

  • We're steeped in history but focused on the future_
We may have 340 years of history, but we are firmly focused on the future. From progressive environmental action to being at the forefront of community engagement, we work with purpose and embrace change. So diversity of thought and fresh perspectives really matter to us. We want our people to bring everything they are to work. Their life experiences, their knowledge, their unique take on challenges and solutions.

  • What's it like to work here?_
Well, there is plenty to talk about. It's purposeful, whether that's innovative ways to tackle the climate crisis or engaging meaningfully with local communities. It's commercial and ambitious, which you'll see in our transformational development projects and diverse investment pipeline. It's sociable, in our buzzing café and at our many events.


It's challenging, varied and supportive:
contributing to inclusion and innovation is part of everyone's personal goals here.

We also enjoy a flexible work environment and, because it's a family business, we like to think we are a little less corporate too.

Purpose of Role


This role serves as a liaison between business units and the technology function, working closely with both to ensure the value from technology investments is realised.

Responsible for helping shape the business' technology strategy and conducting analysis on technology projects, this role will work with users and the technology function to translate high level business requirements into functional specifications.

The Business Partner will quickly develop expertise in the business unit(s) they support, as well as an understanding of technology's organisational systems and capabilities.


Working across multiple teams, this 'hands on' role will be responsible for detailing business requirements, process re-engineering, creating prototypes and management of smaller projects.


This role covers communicating with all stakeholders, the supervision of supplier resources and ensuring there is a high level of internal customer satisfaction.

The role will possess an understanding of technological trends and use this knowledge to bring solutions to business units supported to enhance the organisation's competitive edge.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the main point of contact for the business' for technology requirements, including as a point of escalation for internal customer service.
  • Hold regular meetings with stakeholders throughout the business to understand the specific goals of the overall business and individual departments, and work with the technology function to ensure these are addressed in the technology strategy.
  • Identify, screen and evaluate new solution opportunities and liaise with stakeholders as required.
  • Run workshops with stakeholders, carry out business analysis, process (re)engineering and translate the business needs into technology requirements for systems development.
  • Identify areas that technology can be used to improve operational efficiency and business performance.
  • Develop prototypes (working with the technology function and users) to illustrate how technology can be used to address business challenges.
  • Manage local technology suppliers as required.
  • Project manage any small projects and act as the liaison between business teams and technology in the delivery of larger projects, including coordination of testing, golive and required training to ensure benefits realisation of the project.
  • After a new system/technology is successfully delivered, ensure end users understand how to use the new tools and resolve any issues they may encounter.
  • Continuously evaluate and proactively work with business users and the technology function to improve existing technology platforms and systems, ensuring they continue to meet business requirements.
  • Provide analysis and advice to ensure solution and data structuring is optimal (along with the data architect and business analysts).
  • Work with business teams and the technology team to ensure good communication at all times.
Key Requirements


Qualifications:


  • Computer Science Degree
Track record

  • 5 years' experience in a similar role, preferably working across a geographically dispersed organisation and across different time zones
  • Demonstrable experience of using technology to effect change and create value within an organisation
  • A background in business analysis and agile project delivery, or as part of a product team, would be preferred
  • Knowledge of Micro
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